Author: Simon Britten

Papanui-based ‘World’s Largest Gun Store’ Gun City is lobbying against the fast-tracking of tighter controls around semi-automatic firearms. Do you want to have your say? The proposed legislation is open right now for public submissions, which must be made by 6:00pm on Thursday 4 April 2019. See the…

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“Parliament is working as quickly as it can to get the first round of gun reform banning semi automatic rifles through by the end of next week. This means a short time frame for submissions – they close this Thursday. If you have got something to say about this please submit here:”

Arms (Prohibited Firearms, Magazines, and Parts) Amendment Bill – New Zealand Parliament

Public submissions are now being invited on this Bill

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Posting on behalf of GirlGuiding New Zealand, who are looking for additional volunteers in the Papanui area in order sustain their active units:
“Girl Guiding NZ is looking for fun, energetic leaders that will provide positive support to girls aged 5-17 years old while delivering exciting programmes once a week. Group meetings run for up to 2 hours once a week during school terms. We have developed an amazing programme that uses fun, adventure and friendship to build girls’ confidence and life skills to help grow the next generation of female leaders. All support and training is provided by a dedicated team to help you do a great job. You can choose the age group you work with and you can take on a level of commitment that suits. You just need to bring a drive and a passion to empower girls and lead them towards a bright future! If this sounds like you, find out more information here:
https://girlguidingnz.org.nz/join-us/volunteers/

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The Waipapa/Papanui-Innes Community Board’s April newsletter is now available. Click through to read about: Christchurch Northern Corridor downstream traffic consultation; garden pride and edible garden awards; young people who have been supported by the Board’s Positive Youth Development Fund; Community Service awards; and more…
https://christchurchcitycouncil.cmail19.com/…/2FC8CE09280A…/

Community Board Newsletters Papanui Innes – April 2019

“That’s a description of what film-maker Gerard Smyth has seen as he films his documentary, Faces in the Flowers, telling the story of how so many are grieving after the recent heinous Mosque attacks.”

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The feedback period for the Christchurch City Council Draft Annual Plan for 2019-2020 has been extended through to this Friday 5 April. You can have your say on the Council’s proposed spending, rates, capital programme, and more – see this page for more details, including a link so the consultation document and an online feedback form.
https://ccc.govt.nz/news-and-events/newsline/show/3500

Council extends Annual Plan submission period

“Christchurch City Council is extending the period for public submissions on its Draft 2019/20 Annual Plan.”

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Are you looking for a local option for exercise? There are zumba classes running weekly at Casebrook Intermediate and Northcote School – see the flyer or Zumba FX Christchurch for more information.

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The playground at Paddington Reserve in Northcote is due for renewal. A concept plan has been developed and the Christchurch City Council is seeking feedback. Click through for details and an online feedback form. The proposal is open for feedback until Sunday 7 April.
https://ccc.govt.nz/…/consultations-an…/haveyoursay/show/228

Paddington Playground Proposed Play Space Renewal

“Let us know what you think about the opportunity to update and enhance Paddington Playground”

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Just up the road from Papanui Ward is Roto Kohatu Reserve. The Christchurch City Council is proposing to install new toilet blocks and improve parking – click through for details and an online form to submit feedback, which is due by Monday 1 April:
https://ccc.govt.nz/…/consultations-an…/haveyoursay/show/229

Roto Kohatu Reserve Improvements

“New toilet blocks and upgrades to the parking area and driveway for Roto Kohatu Reserve”

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Have you seen the ‘Can the Plan’ protest on Cranford Street? The draft plan to manage traffic downstream of the Christchurch Northern Corridor is open for public feedback until 15 April 2019. Should the Council ‘Dump the DEMP’, or implement it as-is or with changes?
https://simonbritten.com/…/residents-voice-views-on-downst…/

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At the 22 March meeting, the Waipapa/Papanui-Innes Community Board: approved the recommended bus stops on Innes Road (3 board members voted in favour, 2 against, 1 was absent); approved an easement to drain water over Janet Stewart Reserve; approved the reclassification of part of MacFarlane Park; approved an easement to carry telecommunications over Havana Gardens Reserve; approved a grant from the Board’s Positive Youth Development Fund; and received the area report covering initiatives and issues current within the Community Board area. The board will next meet at 9am on 12 April 2019. Click through to read the full minutes:
https://christchurch.infocouncil.biz/…/PICB_20190322_MIN_32…

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This Thursday 28 March at 6:30pm there will be a community meeting at the Scottish Society Hall to discuss the Downstream Effects Management Plan for the Christchurch Northern Corridor project. This is a community-initiated meeting being held independently of the Council’s consultation process. Click through for details…
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